What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker-Southern MA Area-Immediate Opening position at TECCA?
200 faculty and staff, serving our diverse population of approximately 3,000 students in Grades K–12 from cities and towns across Massachusetts.
Position and Responsibilities:
? Provides outreach to individual students and families in support of improved engagement in a virtual learning environment
? Conduct in-home visits to support student’s effective learning environment and structures
? Provide support to parents/caretakers in fulfilling responsibilities and for whose children are having major problems in school
? Consult with Administration in enrollment cases
? Communicate/liaison to students’ special programs as transition in/out of TECCA warrants
? Maintains accurate records regarding student interactions
? Advocate for students, parents, and the school system
? Develop and file ADF or CRAs with the court system as necessary
? Work with students who have McKinney Vento Status to ensure they have the resources/support needed to be successful
? Communicate to Stakeholders the nature of TECCA programs and supports ? Work toward developing positive relations between TECCA and the state-wide network of social/emotional support agencies
? Continually demonstrate an understanding of ethics as it relates to confidentiality and best practices when working with students and their families
? Consult and contribute to the TECCA Team in support of student’s growth and achievement and address mutual concerns
? Work with staff to develop effective educational plans for at-risk students ? Facilitate cooperation between the systems providing service for students with multiple needs (i.e. outside therapists, special education, and guidance staff.)
? Develop and implement plans to enhance students’ school success
? Assess and report child abuse and neglect situations
? Will serve as a member of the Crisis Response & Intervention Team
? May participate in Special Education and Section 504 Meetings
? Serves as liaison between outside service agencies and school-based personnel ? Contribute to the development of special programs in conjunction with other staff to improve the social and emotional well-being of students
? Participate in programs and professional organizations to maintain current knowledge in the field of social work
? Demonstrate a willingness to grow professionally and contribute to the educational processes at TECCA
? Other duties outlined in the Employee Policy Manual and as assigned
Salary : $85,000
